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Eddie Vedder Will Present Seattle Mariners-San Diego Padres Rivalry ‘Cup’ During MLB Season

The winner of San Diego Padres-Seattle Mariners series will win the Vedder Cup, designed by the Pearl Jam frontman himself, to support EB Research.

On Friday, MLB announced that the Mariners and Padres will compete for the Vedder Cup every year, and will partner with the rockstar’s charity to support Epidermolysis Bullosa research. Raised in San Diego, reached the pinnacle of success in Seattle: Eddie Vedder,” said a svoiceover posted to both team’s Instagrams. “We are thrilled that we were able to bring the Vedder Cup concept to life in such a fun and impactful way,” said Mariners executive Trevor Gooby in a press release.

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